Glendale Community College
About Glendale Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Glendale Community College has taught north of Los Angeles since 1927 and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Business, the social sciences and physiology are among its largest programs, and it is a well-used route into the University of California.
Founded
1927
Location
Glendale, California
Students
10,509
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
37.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,191
Out-of-state: $10,935
Avg Net Price
$8,365
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,540
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
37.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
72.7%
Transfer Out
9%
Teaching Quality
25:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
32.3%
$/Student
$6.7K
Class Size
Large
The 37.4% graduation rate is below average, but 72.7% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,191
In-State
$10,935
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,062
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,501
After Financial Aid
$8,365
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,902
Receive Grants
37.8%
Take Loans
3%
Tuition is $1,191/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $8,365.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Glendale Community College fund their education.
While in School
37.8%
Get Grants
Free money
3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$12,372
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,972
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$95/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,972, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Glendale Community College.
Gender
52.3%
Female
48%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
10,509
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
60.2%
First-Gen
27 yrs
Avg Age
40.3%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 27, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 60.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
10,509
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Glendale Community College fields 11 varsity teams with 420 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
420
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
69% / 31%
290
Men
130
Women
8
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Glendale Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,540
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$55K
197 grads
4yr Earnings
Social Sciences, General
—
114 grads
Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences
—
104 grads
Psychology, General
$40K
81 grads
4yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
—
62 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$99K
56 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $32K six years out, growing to $42K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.